Thomas R and Iris B Harrison Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Thomas R and Iris B Harrison Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Troy, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $111,560 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $28,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$111,560
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$28,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was up from $94,300 the year before.
28% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $94,300 | 15 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $111,560 | 18 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Thomas R and Iris B Harrison Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Thomas R and Iris B Harrison Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 16 | $108,560 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Central Michigan University | Support aspiring educators striving for academic excellence | $28,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Critical research on cancer to help save lives | $14,000 |
| Bloomfield Twp Police Benevolent Assoc | Support public safety personnel and families during times of need | $13,500 |
| Leader Dogs for the Blind | Empowering visually impaired people with skills for living and traveling | $7,500 |
| Meadowbrook Center for Learning Differences | Work with students who require extra help to succeed in school | $7,500 |
| Whaley Children's Center | Empower youth and families to overcome trauma | $7,500 |
| Skyline Camp and Retreat Center | Camping with compassion and creativity with the support of one another | $6,500 |
| Old Newsboys Goodfellow Fund | Holiday packages. Shoe, dental and campership programs for children | $6,000 |
| Wayne State University | Learning, teaching and making an impact on a diverse student body | $5,000 |
| St Clair Shores Hockey Association | Promote youth hockey | $5,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Eliminate alzheimers disease through research and support | $3,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Providing treatment and fighting childhood cancer and life-threatening diseases | $2,500 |
| Grace Centers of Hope | Programs investing in the lives of the homeless and addicted | $2,260 |
| Bellaire Youth Initiative | Serving youth with art and culture while building self-esteem | $1,000 |
| Guest House | Information, education, treatment and care for clergy and relifious | $1,000 |
| The Bottomless Toy Chest | Bring toys, joy and hope to children undergoing cancer treatment | $500 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | Innovation in cancer care and research | $500 |
| Huron County Community Foundation | Improving the quality of life in huron county | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet Bruss
- Mary Ann Zurek
- Mark Zurek
- Judy Stewart
Questions people ask
Does Thomas R and Iris B Harrison Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas R and Iris B Harrison Foundation Inc give?
$111,560 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Thomas R and Iris B Harrison Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Janet Bruss (Director), Mary Ann Zurek (Director), Mark Zurek (President) and Judy Stewart (Director).
What does Thomas R and Iris B Harrison Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.